Review: AOC AGON AG271QX Monitor

The world of gaming monitors has just exploded wide open with the release of AOC’s new line, AGON.

We’ve been lucky enough to get our hands on the AG271QX, which is probably one of the best 27″ gaming monitors on the planet right now. But before we jump in to our review, let’s catch you up on the specs of this beast.

The world of Quad HD is amazing!

Having a 27 inch monitor with a native resolution of 2,560 x 1,440 pixels is as close to the best gaming resolution that one can imagine right now. When you couple this resolution and screen size with a smooth 144Hz refresh rate, you’re in the right zone for fast paced gaming, like CS:GO, Doom, Rocket League etc. Oh and it doesn’t end there. The AG271QX features 1 ms response time, insuring a the sharpest pixel renders possible.

Connectivity like you’ve never seen it before

D-Sub

DVI x 1

HDMI

MHL

Displayport

USB x 3

USB Fast Charge x 1

Stereo Headphone & Mic out

Additional Features

AOC have included a really handy USB remote that allows you to quickly and easily change between inputs, brightness and much more. This saves you having to fumble through on screen menus with the usual small buttons hidden under the lower bezel of a monitor. Another nice touch is a retractable arm that hides behind the monitor on the right side that allows you to hand your headset from, keeping it out of the way and also encouraging the use of the USB/Audio Jacks that the monitor sports.

That’s all nice, but is it any good?

I’ve been getting to grips with this monitor for the last week, putting it through it’s paces both as a high paced gaming display, general purpose desktop display and a movie display. Once I was able to get it setup the way I wanted for each task, I can honestly say I never want to go back to to my 26″ 1280 x 720 display which is by no means a low end monitor.

The clarity and sharpness of the images, the complete lack of motion blur and the sheer beauty of the monitor design makes this and absolute must have for any dedicated PC gamer with the funds to pick up this monster of a monitor!

So, what’s the catch?

The only area that gave us pause was the price. You can expect to pay a solid €500+ for this panel which is by no means cheap but you are getting great quality for your cash. There is also a slightly higher spec’d version coming out soon that’s sporting an IPS panel instead of a TN panel, which will drive the price up further but unless you’re an absolute stickler for for the most extreme colour accuracy, you don’t need to fork out for the IPS version.

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